It’s going to take more than a few draft picks for the Atlanta Falcons to fix their defense this offseason. Defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich has his hands full taking over a unit that ranked 23rd in both points and yards allowed in 2024. Since the Falcons are short on salary cap space (-$11 million), general manager Terry Fontenot will have to find a way to create extra … [Read more...] about Falcons named ‘best team fit’ for Jets linebacker in free agency
NFL analyst names two Atlanta Falcons cut candidates
The NFL offseason is all fun and games when there’s salary cap space available. However, tough decisions need to be made when money gets tight. Teams routinely cut star players while they’re still productive due to financial reasons. More often than not, the quarterback position takes up a disproportionate amount of the cap. The Atlanta Falcons have a bad case of overpaid … [Read more...] about NFL analyst names two Atlanta Falcons cut candidates
NFL.com grades Atlanta Falcons’ 2024 draft class
The Atlanta Falcons made a bold move by taking Michael Penix Jr. with the No. 8 pick in the 2024 NFL draft, but it appears to have paid off after one season. Penix gave the team life over the final three weeks while giving fans hope for the future of Atlanta’s offense. However, we didn’t learn much about the rest of the team’s 2024 draft class. The Falcons traded up in the … [Read more...] about NFL.com grades Atlanta Falcons’ 2024 draft class
VOTE: Which Falcons free agent must be re-signed in 2025?
In 2025, the Atlanta Falcons defense may look much different than last season. Not only has the team hired defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich, but Atlanta has numerous defensive players set to become free agents in the offseason. Multiple starters, including linebacker Matthew Judon, safety Justin Simmons and cornerback Mike Hughes, could have new homes in 2025. Since the … [Read more...] about VOTE: Which Falcons free agent must be re-signed in 2025?
PFF lays out ‘dream scenario’ for Atlanta Falcons’ offseason
In the NFL, what you do in the draft and free agency can make or break your season. The Philadelphia Eagles won Super Bowl 59 largely due to the offseason additions of Saquon Barkley and rookie Cooper DeJean. The Atlanta Falcons hope to make a similar jump in 2025 but have little margin for error as the offseason approaches. With 30 impending free agents and just four draft … [Read more...] about PFF lays out ‘dream scenario’ for Atlanta Falcons’ offseason